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THE CITY CONNECTION City of Watertown, Wisconsin

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Volume 21, Issue 2 Fall/Winter 2015

Some Things Inside: From the Mayor’s Desk

Page Dear Citizens of Watertown.

From the Mayor…………Cover Well, we are closing in on the end of another street construction season. South Second Street Water Water Dept. general info...…...1-5 is the last large project going on right now. It is a large project with lots of aging infrastructure that needs replacing. That includes water, waste water, storm water and other utilities that have been re- Police Department…………....6-7 placed in that area. Milford Street is complete and the south end of Benton is also done. The rest of Benton is on Fire Department…….…….……8 the schedule for next year. We will be looking at doing more street resurfacing next year. Total re-

Clerk/Treasurer…..………..…..9 construction will be limited as we are finding it more difficult to finance. We will still do some, but we feel we can do more miles of resurfacing where it is appropriate. Library ……………..………....10 The Second Street Bridge replacement has been set back. We did receive approval from the DNR, but we are now on a 2017-2018 schedule. We are hoping to maybe move that up, but nothing Health Department……...... 11-13 has happened yet.

Street Department………...…...14 Development downtown is moving forward. It takes time, planning and money! We continue to work on all aspects of this ambitious project. Work will be starting soon on the Riverwalk repair. Recycling Guide………….…15-18 The material is ordered and we should see work starting soon. Fall is close and winter is around the corner. I am hoping for a Street Construction…..………...19 moderate winter and an early spring. Please be safe in your work and

Engineering Department……....20 travels.

With Warmest Regards, Inspection Department…….…...21

Swimming/Pools………...……....22 John David Park & Recreation Department …………………...…..……..23-24 HALLOWEEN Forestry Department..……….....25 Saturday, October 31, 2015 Senior Center………………..26-27 Parade: 3:00 p.m. Trick or Treat: 3:30 p.m.—6:00 p.m. Wastewater/Mercury……..…….28

Watertown Municipal Airport Wisconsin’s New Voter Photo ID Law …………………………….29-30 Remember to bring acceptable photo ID to the polling place.

Watertown Cable TV………..….30 You should also bring along proof of residence, in case you need to register at the polls. (see page 9 for more details) Chamber of Commerce………....31 For more information go to: https://myvote.wi.gov/ CITY OF WATERTOWN RECYCLING GUIDE (See pages 15—18) PRSRT STD City Wide Rummage Sale U.S. POSTAL PATRON POSTAGE Saturday, Sept. 19 PAID WATERTOWN, WI 53094 Watertown, WI 8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.mm 53094 Permit No. 1 WATER DEPARTMENT www.ci.watertown.wi.us

CONTACTING THE WATER DEPARTMENT You can contact the Water Department Monday through Fri- day, 7:00AM to 2:50PM at (920)262-4075 or e-mail at The Fire Department needs easy access to all hydrants. If [email protected]. your property has a hydrant on or near it, or if you see a hy- The office will be closed for the following holidays: drant that is covered with snow, please shovel it out so that th Good Friday March 25 2016 it can be easily found in case of emergency. Let’s all work Memorial Day May 30th 2016 together to keep our city safe. The day before Independence Day July 3rd 2016 Labor Day September 5th2016 FALL HYDRANT FLUSHING IS TENTATIVELY For after hour emergencies please contact the Police Depart- SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 21ST THROUGH OCTOBER 2ND ment at the non-emergency number, (920)261-6660, and they will page us. **Please check the City Website, it will be updated as the date gets closer. This date is tentative due to weather permitting con- ditions.

Why is hydrant flushing necessary? The Water Department flushes all hydrants ARE YOU GOING TO BE twice a year, in spring and in fall. There are MOVING? three (3) purposes for flushing hydrants: If you are moving and are responsible for pay- 1. To check for proper operation of the hy- ing the water bill, please call the Water Department at least drant. two (2) days before you move, to have your meter(s) read 2. To check for proper pressure and flow. and the name change done on the account. A $30 special bill- 3. To move as much water through the system in as short a ing charge is assessed on final bills. period of time as possible.

Also, if you have a temporary mailing address that the post The movement of water cleans the water mains and moves stale office is aware of, but you do not want your mailing address water out of dead ends. Water discoloration will occur. This is changed in the Water Department’s computer system, please normal. Water will be yellow to yellow-brown in color. In extreme cases, water will be brown to red. We ask that you do not use remove the yellow sticker from your bill before paying the bill. water, if at all possible, during the hydrant flushing hours, 7 a.m.- If the payment comes in with the yellow sticker still on we will 3 p.m., to avoid bringing discolored water into your change the mailing address on the utility account according to home/business. Once flushing is done for the day wait at least the post office sticker. one hour before using water. Discoloration could last one to four hours. The water is safe to use, but not pleasing to see. Should Why do I have base charges on water and sewer when there is no one living there? the discoloration continue, please contact the Water Department.

The service is available to that property whether it is being used or not. The base charges Water discoloration can also occur at other times because of street construction or fire hydrants being opened. When this oc- pay for maintaining the service and infrastructure of the water and sewer system. If the water is turned off at the street by the water utility and remains off for at least one year curs, you should try not to use softened or hot water, as the rust those charges would stop, but if the water is turned on before one year from the turn-off can get into the softener and hot water heater and is hard to re- date, the account will be back-billed those charges for the time the water was off. There is move. also a water turn-on fee that will have to be paid when the water gets turned back on at the street. Stormwater, Garbage, and Public Fire Protection charges will continue to be charged even if the water has been turned off at the street. OTHER CHARGES SUCH AS “SPECIAL BILLING CHARGE” AND “RECONNECTION CHARGES” Copies of the rate sheets are posted at City Hall and at the Water Department. They can also be found online at: - www.ci.watertown.wi.us, click on Departments, click on Water Department click on “Current Water Rates” for a summary of fees OR “Water Rates Details” for a detailed listing of all rates. - or check out the PSC website, psc.wi.gov, Water, Resources, Reports and Tariffs, Tariffs, click on W, and click on Watertown for a detailed listing of the water rates. Page 1 METER REPLACEMENT/UPGRADE & CROSS CONNECTION SURVEY The Water Department is required, by the PSC, to test a certain percentage of our meters each year and we are continuing to install transmitters (automatic reading equipment) on meters. You will receive a letter of notification if your meter is due for a replace- ment/transmitter install, which will request that you call, (920)262-4075, and set up an appointment for the meter replacement/ transmitter install.

We greatly appreciate your prompt response when you receive the letter so that we can keep this program moving as efficiently as possible and don’t have to waste time tagging doors or turning off water.

It is a good idea to know where your meter and inside shut off valve are in case of an emergency. Exercising the valve occa- sionally will help to prevent the valve from leaking when a meter change-out is required and will ensure that it is working should you need to use it in the case of an emergency. The Water Department is not responsible for a valve that leaks after it has been used to complete the meter change-out. Please do not obstruct the water meter in any way, water department personnel need to be able to easily access the water meters. The water department is not responsible for any damage to your property if the meter is obstruct- ed. If you build around the meter, please be sure to allow an adequate access to the water meter of at least 1 ½ to 2 feet on each side of, including above and below the meter.

Also, we are required by the EPA and DNR to do a cross connection survey at every property in the city. The cross-connection survey will be done during the same appointment time as the meter replacement/transmitter install and the entire appointment takes about 15 minutes.

The cross connection control program was set up to protect the public water supply system from potential backflow hazards which would allow “dirty” water to get into the public water supply. The Water Department must complete an annual report for the DNR indicating the number of cross connection surveys completed for residential, commercial and indus- trial customers. RATES FOR WATER, PUBLIC FIRE SERVICE & SEWER QUESTIONS? Base Meter Charges Public Fire Water** Sewer** For water, sewer or public fire protection charges 5/8"……………. $7.32 $7.00 $18.67 3/4"……………. $7.32 $7.00 $18.67 please call: 1"……………... $18.30 $10.50 $26.41 The water utility at (920)262-4075, Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. 1 1/2"…………. $36.60 $18.00 $39.46 For stormwater or garbage collection please call: 2"……………... $58.60 $28.00 $55.20 The street dept. at (920)262-4080, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 3"……………... $109.80 $46.00 $91.79 4"……………... $183.00 $70.00 $196.43 6"……………... $365.90 $127.00 $274.92 Please remember, a lot of great information is available online at the city website at www.ci.watertown.wi.us.

WATER VOLUME CHARGES In addition to base meter charges** ADDITIONAL METER CHARGE (1 unit = 100 cu.ft = 748 gallons) (for meters that are plumbed into measure the volume of water not discharged into First 1,600 cubic feet used each month - $2.70 per 100 cu. ft. the sanitary sewer system and for sewerage service customers to determine per Next 65,000 cubic feet used each month - $2.52 per 100 cu. ft. month the amount of sewage that is discharged into the sanitary sewer system.) Over 66,600 cubic feet used each month - $1.95 per 100 cu. ft. 5/8” or 3/4”………$3.50 per month SEWER VOLUME CHARGES In addition to base meter charges*** 1”…………………$5.25 per month $3.01 per 100 cu. ft. (1 unit = 100 cu.ft = 748 gallons) 1 1/2"…………….$9.00 per month 2”…………………$14.00 per month WINTERIZING YOUR HOME With winter almost here, it is important to be thinking about winterizing your home to protect the water pipes from freezing. Make sure that all basement windows and doors are closed. Insulate basement windows and doors, and insulate water pipes that are on outside walls, use heat tape where necessary. Re-open heat vents in basements or crawl spaces. If water pipes are in a cabinet along an exterior wall, open the cabinet doors especially at night, to avoid trapping cold air by the pipes. If you have had problems with a frozen service or frozen pipes in the past, leave a small amount of water running during periods of extreme cold. Please contact our office at 920- 262-4075, Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 2:50 p.m. to let us know that you are letting your water run. The Water Department is not responsible for thawing out the service after the curb stop, the plumbing on the property or in the home. After the curb stop, we are only responsible for the meter and register. We will turn the water off at the curb for a leaking service, at the homeowner’s expense. Should the meter freeze and break due to negligence, on the part of the property owner or occupant, the negligent party will be billed for the broken meter and labor charges.

Why are my bills the same DO YOU HAVE A DELINQUENT CITY UTILITY BILL??? IMPORTANT NOTICE amount each month? All city utility accounts that have a balance remaining after The service charges are based on your meter size their September due date will have the outstanding balance sent and do not change from month to month. The only thing to City Hall for collection. Therefore, the past due balance will be that makes the amount of your bill change is the billed separately by City Hall. All accounts billed by City Hall will amount of water that you use, water is not billed to the have until October 31, 2015, to pay the balance due. Any ac- last drop used, but to the whole unit that has registered counts that have not been paid by October 31st will receive a 10% on the meter; so if your bill has been for 4 units each penalty on the remaining balance and be given a final due date of month for the past 3 months, that means that you use November 15, 2015. Accounts that remain unpaid at that time will anywhere between 2,992 and 3,739 gallons per month. be placed on the property tax bills to be collected with the tax pay- ments. Page 2 View & Pay Watertown City Utility Bill Online The City of Watertown has gone green and is making every effort to keep costs down. You can now view your utility bill online and, if you want, stop receiving paper bills. You can also pay online by simply clicking “Pay City Utility Bill Online.” Pay by an online check or savings account withdrawal Pay by credit card, online or by phone; user will be charged a fee to use this service. Pay online anytime (24/7), from anywhere Pay by phone (have your bill ready) Make a one-time payment, schedule a payment or set up Auto-Pay, recurring payments for the amount of your monthly bills Set up a customer profile so that future payments are fast and easy Register to view your bills online. We will email a notice when your bill is ready to view. And you can opt out of receiv- ing paper bills. You do not need to pay online to view your bill online.

What’s best? It’s a FREE service! If you have any questions, please call 866-917-7368 to talk to a customer service representative at PSN, our payment pro- cessor. You can also email questions to: [email protected] PAYMENT OF CITY UTILITY BILLS 1. Automatic Payments—Are you interested in a worry free, hassle free with no expense on stamps kind of payment? Then you should sign up for automatic payment! To set up an automatic withdrawal from a checking or savings account the following form can be cut out, completed, signed and sent to the Watertown Water Department at P.O. Box 477, Watertown WI 53094-0477. Please include a 'Voided' check (not required for savings account). Once automatic withdrawal is set up on your account, your bill will state “ELEC PAY!!! DO NOT PAY” and the payment will be taken on the due date listed on your bill. This service is free of charge and you may cancel it at any time. Additional forms are available on-line on the city website, can be picked up at City Hall, 106 Jones Street, Watertown, or you may call and request that a form be sent to you.

APPLICATION FOR ELECTRONIC BILL PAYMENT PLAN

I authorize the financial institution listed below to charge my: checking savings and remit payment for my monthly utility bill to the Watertown Water Department. Please PRINT all of the following information:

______Name (as it appears on Utility Bill) Phone Number Utility Acct Number

______Property Address Billing address (if different than property address)

______Name of Financial Institution Address of Financial Institution (include city & zip code)

______Name of bank account holder checking/savings acct number Bank Routing Number

______Account holder signature Date

***Please be advised that this service may be removed from your account and charges will be assessed if your account has insufficient funds at the time of the payment transfer. 2. Other Payment Options *Mail to P.O. Box 477, Watertown WI 53094-0477. *On-line by going to the city website at http://www.ci.watertown.wi.us and go to residents tab click pay utility bill online it will take you to the Payment Service Network (PSN) site. From there you can make a payment, opt to receive e-mailed bills, and view your bill. *Over the phone by calling toll free 1-877-885-7968. *Pay in person at City Hall, 106 Jones St., 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. *Drop box located at City Hall, built into the west wall of the front entrance at the top of the steps, for payments being made after hours.

CREDIT CARDS ARE ACCEPTED FOR PAYMENT ONLINE AND OVER THE PHONE (877)-885-7968 ONLY. Page 3 Do…

 Keep the ends of hoses clear of all possible contaminants.  Make sure dishwashers are installed with the proper “air gap” device. PUBLIC AWARENESS:  Verify hose bibb vacuum breaker on all threaded faucets around your home. CROSS  Make sure water treatment devices such as water softeners have the prop- er “air gap”, which is a minimum of one inch above the drain. CONNECTION

Don’t… CONTROL

 Submerge hoses in buckets, pools, tubs, sinks, ponds or automobile radia- tors.  Use spray attachments without an approved backflow prevention device. Bathrooms  Connect drain pipes from water softeners or other treatment systems di- rectly to the sewer drain. Always be sure there is a one inch “air gap” sepa- & ration. ASSE #1011 Vacuum Breaker Kitchens

Did you know … Your water can become contaminated if connections to your plumbing system are not properly protected?

The purpose of the local Cross Connection Program, as required by State Plumbing Code and Regulations, is to ensure everyone in the community has safe, clean drinking water.

It’s Public Safety... To avoid contamination, backflow preventers are re- quired by state plumbing codes wherever there is an actual or potential hazard for a cross connection. The In the Kitchen Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources requires all public water suppliers to maintain an on-going Cross Connection Control Program involving public educa- tion, onsite inspections, and possible corrective ac- tions by building owners.

WI Dept. Safety & Professional & Profes- sional Services: www.dsps.wi.gov/sb/ WI Dept. of Natural Resources:

www.dnr.wi.gov Environmental Protection Agency: www.epa.gov WI Cross Connection Control Resources: Hoses and water treatment devices may create a potential backflow haz- www.hydrodesignsinc.com/wiccc ard if not properly isolated with backflow prevention devices or methods.

Page 4 What is Cross Connection? A cross connection is an actual or potential connection between the safe drinking water (potable) supply and source of contamination or pollution. State plumbing codes require approved back-flow prevention devices, assemblies, or the methods to be installed at every point of potable water connection and use. Cross Connections must be properly protect- ed or eliminated. How does contamination occur? When you turn on a faucet, you expect the water to be as safe as when it left the treatment plant. However, certain hy- draulic conditions left unprotected within your plumbing system may allow hazardous substances to enter and contami- nate your own drinking water or even the public water supply. Water normally flows in one direction to your faucet. How- ever under certain conditions, water can actually flow backwards; this is known as Backflow. There are two situations that can cause Backflow: back siphonage and back pressure. Back Siphonage: May occur due to a loss of pressure in the municipal water system during a fire fighting emergency, a water main break or system repair. This creates a siphon in your plumbing system which can draw water out of a sink or bucket and back into your water or the public water system. Back Pressure: May occur when a source (such as a boiler) creates a greater pressure than the pressure supplied from the public water system. This may cause contaminated water to be pushed into your plumbing system through an unprotected cross-connection..

In the Bathroom - Hand Held Shower The hand held shower fixture is compliant if: In the Bathroom—Toilet Tanks There are many unapproved toilet tank fill valve  When the shower hose head is hanging products sold at common retailers which do not freely, it is at least 1 inch above the top of the meet the state plumbing code requirements for

flood level rim of the receptor (tub). backflow prevention.

 Complies with ASSE # 1014..  Look for the ASSE #1002 Standard symbol

on device and packaging.  Has the ASME code 112.18.1 stamped on  Replace any unapproved devices with an the handle. ASSE #1002 approved anti siphon ball-cock assembly. Average cost for this do-it- yourself-type device available at home im-

provement stores is $8 to $22.  Verify overflow tube is one inch below criti- cal level (CL) marking on device.

Page 5 Don’t Miss Out! 2015 Citizen Police Academy Applications Are Being Accepted!

The Watertown Police Department is now accepting applications for the 2015 Fall Citizen Police Academy. This free, 10 week academy is scheduled to start Thursday, September 3rd and end on Thursday, November 5th. We will meet once a week on Thursday evenings from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM at the police department. The Citizen Police Academy promotes a better understanding of the expectations that the community has of our police department, and it promotes citizen involvement in helping to keep our community informed and safe. Classes include lecture, demonstrations and hands-on activities. Class topics include: Vehicle Pur- suits, Arson Investigation, Detective Equipment and Evidence Collection, Firearms, K-9 demonstrations, Narcotics Investi- gation, Taser, Arrest Procedures and other classes that cover a wide range of police functions and operations. It also in- cludes one popular Saturday session in which the participants experience hands-on training in firearms and emergency driving. If you are interested in attending the fall session please contact Officer Stacy Schroeder at 920-206-4210 or at [email protected] for an application. An application can also be obtained at www.watertownpolice.com under the menu title Police Programs. Internet Safety

Children use a variety of online services, and each of these services can have different safety concerns. However, there are some basic tips which you can employ no matter how your children use the Internet to keep them safe from these dangers. 1. Keep the computer in a high-traffic area of your home. 2. Establish limits for which online sites children may visit and for how long. 3. Surf the Internet with your children and let them show you what they like to do online. 4. Remember that Internet technology can be mobile, so make sure to monitor cell phones, gaming devices, and laptops. 5. Keep an open dialogue with your children about online safety. 6. Know who is connecting with your children online and set rules for social networking, instant messaging, e-mailing, online gaming, and using webcams.

Halloween Safety Tips Drive Safely •Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, at medians and on curbs. •Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully. •Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings. •Slow down and be alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways.

Walk Safely •Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. •Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. •Put electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk, don’t run, across the street. •Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them. •Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. •Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.

Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe •Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors. •Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision. •When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls. Page 6 On Your Mark, Get Set, RUN FROM THE COPS! The 7th annual “Run from the Cops” is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2015. This year there will be a 10Krun, 5K run/walk and 1K Youth Run. The Watertown Police Department in partnership with Watertown Regional Medical Center sponsors the run as part of the Coordinated Community Response Team (CCRT) against domestic violence. The event’s goal is to raise awareness for the victims of domestic violence. All proceeds are donated to PADA (People Against Domestic and Sexual Abuse). The event starts at 8:15 a.m. with a 1K youth run, followed by a mascot race at 8:30 a.m. and the 10K at 9:00am and the 5K run/walk at 9:05 a.m. We hope to have Bucky Badger, Maynard Mallard and the Klements Racing Sausages back this year! You can sign up at www.WatertownRunFromTheCops.com. Registered participants will receive a dry-fit shirt, along with other “goodies”. Fruit, water and of course, donuts will be offered at the conclusion of the race. Medals will be awarded in each race category. You don’t have to be a runner to par- ticipate! We encourage walkers to participate as well. We are hopeful families, churches, civic groups and clubs will get involved. If you are interested in volunteering at the run contact Mary Prescott at [email protected] or get a volunteer application at www.watertownrunfromthecops.com. Safety Tips for the New School Year The beginning of the new school year is upon us and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) has some safety tips for children, parents and educators. NCMEC has developed the following 10 back-to-school safety tips;

1. Teach your older children to always TAKE A FRIEND with them when walking or biking, and stay with a group while standing at the bus stop. Make sure they know which bus to ride. 2. Walk the route to and from school with your children, pointing out landmarks and safe places to go if they’re being fol- lowed or need help. Teach your children they should NEVER TAKE SHORTCUTS and always stay in well-lit areas. 3. Even though there may be more safety in numbers, it is still not safe for younger children to walk to and from school, especially if they must take isolated routes anytime during the day or in darkness. Always provide supervision for your young children to help ensure their safe arrival to and from school. 4. Teach your children that if anyone bothers them, makes them feel scared or uncomfortable, they should trust their feelings and immediately get away from that person. Teach them it is ok not to be polite and IT IS OK TO SAY NO. 5. Teach your children that if anyone tries to take them somewhere, they should RESIST by kicking and screaming, try- ing to run away and DRAWING ATTENTION – and saying “This person is trying to take me away” or “This person is not my father/mother.” 6. Teach your children NOT TO ACCEPT A RIDE from anyone unless you have said it is ok in that instance. If anyone follows them in a vehicle, they should turn around, go in the other direction, and run to a trusted adult who may help them. 7. Teach your children that grownups should NOT ASK CHILDREN FOR DIRECTIONS, they should ask other adults. 8. Teach your children to NEVER ACCEPT MONEY OR GIFTS from anyone unless you have told them it is ok to accept in each instance. 9. Make sure the school has current and accurate emergency contact information on file for your children and confirm names of those authorized to pick them up. 10. Always know where your children will be. Teach your children to always CHECK FIRST before changing their plans before or after school. Teach your children to never leave school with anyone unless they CHECK FIRST with you or another trusted adult, even if someone tells them it is an emergency. New Trailer Ordinance On June 3rd, 2015, the Watertown City Council approved changes to Section 7.09(10) of the City Ordi- nances governing the parking of trailers. Effective immediately, the parking of trailers detached from motor vehicles is prohibited on all City streets and public areas. Trailer owners found in violation of this ordinance are subject to a $50.00 fine. Parking of a trailer attached to a motor vehicle is permissible on all City streets and public areas where such parking does not exceed 48 hours in duration in the same location. The revised trailer ordinance provides an exception for the parking of special trailers (e.g. dumpster trailer, con- struction trailer) on streets and public areas when a permit is obtained through the City Engineering office. Permits cost $35.00 and are valid for 14 consecutive days following issuance. Page 7 Watertown Fire Department www.watertownfiredept.com

OPEN HOUSE

Watertown Fire Department is joining forces with the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) during Fire Prevention Week, October 4-10, to remind local residents about the importance of having working smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home, including the basement.

In a fire, seconds count. Half of home fire deaths result from fires reported at night between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. when most people are asleep. Home smoke alarms can alert people to a fire before it spreads, giving everyone enough time to get out. According to the latest NFPA research, working smoke alarms cut the chance of dying in a fire in half. Meanwhile, three out of five fire deaths resulted from fires in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms.

The Fire Department will be hosting an open house and car seat check event on Saturday October 3rd from Noon – 3:00 pm to kick off fire prevention week. Car seat checks will be preformed from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Through educational family-oriented activities, residents can learn more about the power of fire prevention. Come down and tour the station, watch live fire demonstrations, practice going through the survive alive house and get your picture taken with Sparky the Fire Dog. Handouts will be available for all age groups as well as equipment displays and refreshments.

If you have any questions please contact the Fire Department at 920-261-3610.

Car Fire Safety Cars can catch fire for many reasons. Mechanical or electrical issues are the most common cause. A car can also catch fire as the result of a bad crash. If you see smoke or flames or smell burning rubber or plastic, respond immediately.

What to do if your car is on fire:  Pull over as quickly as it is safe to do so, be sure to use your signal as you make your way to a safe location off the road such as a breakdown lane or rest stop.  Once you have stopped, turn off the engine.  Get everyone out of the car. Never return to a burning car for anything.  Move everyone at least 100 feet from the burning car and well away Outdoor Fire Permits from traffic.  Call 9-1-1. Available Online

A burn permit is required for any outdoor burning within the City of Watertown. This applies to both open fire pits and all Want to stay up to date with everything manufactured fire pit devices.

happening at the Fire Department? Burn permits are free of charge and are available online at: http://www.watertownfiredept.com/burn_permits/

Check out our website at Permits are also issued Monday through Friday between the www.watertownfiredept.com hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM at the or find us on Facebook! Watertown Fire Department located at 106 Jones Street.

Page 8 Election Day Voting—Wisconsin’s New Voter Photo ID Law Alderpersons Information provided by the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board

District 1 What should I expect on Election Day?

Emily McFarland…..988-5874 1) Remember to bring acceptable photo ID to the polling place. You should also bring along proof of residence, in case you need to register at the polls. District 2 2) Voters should have their photo ID ready when they enter the polling place. Fred Smith………...261-9728 3) Check with the greeter, if that polling place has one. Greeters will usually be able to verify if you are already registered or need to fill out a new registration. If the polling place covers multiple

wards, the greeter will be able to direct voters to the correct line. District 3 4) Fill out a new registration form if necessary. Newly registering voters will have to provide proof Ken Berg..………...988-3249 of residence. You do not necessarily have to show your photo ID when registering, but you will have to show photo ID before being issued a ballot. District 4 5) Poll workers will ask you to state your name and address. This is not a new requirement of the Kurt Larsen………..262-2083 voter photo ID law. It has always been a requirement. 6) Poll workers will ask you to show your photo ID. District 5  The photo ID must be one of the acceptable documents specified by law.  The photo ID must be current. For driver licenses and state ID cards, military IDs and Steve Zgonc……….261-2918 passports, they can be expired, if they expired since the last November general election—

no more than two years ago. District 6  A voter’s photo ID must reasonably resemble that voter. Tim Raether……….262-3398  The name on the photo ID must conform to the voter’s name on the poll list. An exact match is not necessary. For example, Bob conforms to Robert, Sue conforms to Susan, District 7 and Smith-Jones conforms to Smith if the voter has recently been married. Augie Tietz………..261-3740 7) Poll workers will ask you to sign the poll list. If you are unable to sign because of a physical dis- ability, you are exempt from this requirement. You should inform a poll worker that you are una- District 8 ble to sign. 8) Poll workers write the Election Day Voter Number in the poll list, and issue the voter a ballot. Bill Maron…...…....253-0612 9) If you do not have a photo ID, you are allowed to vote by provisional ballot. You can bring your

photo ID to the polling place later that day. You may also present your photo ID to the municipal District 9 clerk in person, ro provide a copy of your photo ID to the municipal clerk by 4 p.m. the 3rd day James Romlein…....261-6756 after Election Day (Friday). If you provide photo ID by the deadline, the ballot will count. If you don’t provide photo ID by the deadline, your ballot will not count.

Please be understanding and kind to the poll workers!

City Department Contact Information Dog & Cat Licenses Are Due January 1 of each year!

Dog & cat licenses are issued for the Calendar year and Airport ……………...………….261-4567 expire December 31. Reminder cards are NOT sent. City Attorney…….……..………262-4033 New licenses are generally available mid-December. Please renew your pet’s license as soon as possible. The Cable TV ………...…...………..262-4021 licenses must be renewed or issued BEFORE the last Court Clerk ……...……...……...206-4203 Friday in March, or a $5.00 late fee will be assessed. The Engineering …………..……...... 262-4040 City ordinance requires ALL dogs and cats be licensed, Fire Dept. (Non-emergency) ...... 261-3610 even if they do not go outside. We must see a current rabies vaccination certificate before issuing a dog license. There is no proof required for a cat. Health Dept. ………………...... 262-8090 Fees for licenses are: Male/Female (not spayed/neutered) - $10.00 Inspection Dept. ………...……...262-4060 Male/Female (spayed/neutered) - $5.00 Library ……………………….....262-4090 Are you a new pet owner or did you just move to Watertown? If so, below are the Mayor …….………...….……….262-4000 approximate times to license your pet by: Park, Rec. & Forestry ………...... 262-8080  When your pet is five (5) months of age and has obtained the rabies vaccination. Police (Non-emergency) ………..261-1666  Within thirty (30) days of obtaining a dog or cat over five months of age, or Street Dept. ………………...…...262-4080  Within thirty (30) days of moving into the City with a dog or cat Water Dept. …………...………...262-4075 over five months of age.

Wastewater Dept. ……...………..262-4085 License your pet at the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office, City Hall, 106 Jones Street, Water- town. For questions, please call 262-4018.

Page 9 Watertown Public Library

www.watertownpubliclibrary.org

Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Your Watertown Public Library card opens the door to a world of information: Early Literacy Classes@Your Library educational and entertaining programs, books, e-books, DVDs, music CD’s, audiobooks, online tutorials, genealogy resources, library computers, and so Children who start kindergarten with good pre-reading skills have an advantage. much more! All you need to get started is a library card! They can focus on learning to read instead of first learning essential pre-reading skills. Check out the early literacy materials at the library and sign up for li- brary story time classes for your infant and toddler. How Do You Get a Library Card?

Preschool Jamboree: Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. The library requires that you provide proof of ID with current address. The Li- brary Card Application Form can be filled out at the first floor Circulation Desk. A fun and entertaining half hour filled with stories and songs that help build If you do not have a photo ID with a current address, please bring an alternate vital early literacy. This is a drop-in class for preschoolers (ages 3-5) and their form of ID that verifies your address along with your photo ID. caregivers. Fall session begins September 15, with special guest Abbey Frye, from the Watertown health Department. Acceptable alternate ID’s include:

Baby Bounce: Thursdays from 9:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Utility bill Rent Receipt A fun and interactive early literacy class that features nursery rhymes, songs, Lease or checks with current address finger plays, and very short picture books that promote language development A valid drivers license or state ID and an enjoyment of books. Created for infants and their caregivers. Registra- tion is not required for this session. Drop-ins welcome! Fall session begins Exciting Changes for the Watertown Public Library September 24.

The public libraries in Jefferson County will join with the public libraries in Toddler Tales: Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. Waukesha Count to create a new 2 county library system called BRIDGES! A drop-in early literacy class for those busy little ones, usually (but not limited Merging of the systems is scheduled for Decem- to) ages 15-36 months, plus their caregivers. We’ll keep them busy with songs, ber. We anticipate some interruptions in library dances, rhymes, finger plays, and great stories. Fall session begins September services, but once the CAFÉ library automation 24. system is up and running, the shared catalog will grow to 2.3 million items and will offer many new Digital Services @ Your Library features to enhance your library experience! Mobile App 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten @ Your Library The Watertown Public Library has a mobile app! From any mobile phone or tablet connected to the internet you can instantly tap into library resources, any- Studies indicate that children should hear at least 1,000 books from birth to time, anywhere. You can search the library catalog, browse for books, check age 5 in order to acquire the pre-reading skills necessary for school success. your account, ask a question, find events and more. The app offers additional To help parents achieve this goal, the library offers a new program called features, such as BookLook™ which lets you scan an ISBN barcode to see if the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten! library owns the title. If you see a book that you’re interested in, you can just The goal of 1000 Books Before Kindergarten is to encourage early literacy scan the ISBN to see if the library owns it. If we do, you can place a hold on it development and young families reading together. right from your phone.

eBooks through Overdrive Registration at the library is quick and easy. Any child 0-5 who has not yet Watertown Public Library cardholders have access to Wisconsin’s Digital Li- attended kindergarten is eligible to enter. Each registered child will receive a brary, powered by OverDrive, a database of thousands of eBooks, audiobooks, tote bag and a folder with a reading log for the first 100 books. Participants music, and magazines. Using your library card, you can browse this shared will earn incentives along the way, and those who complete the program collection for titles to download to your eReader, iPad, Android, Blackberry, will be listed on our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Wall of Fame! tablets, and iPhone mobile devices. Thanks to Friends of the Library for supporting this important early literacy Digital magazines through Zinio program! Read digital copies of your favorite magazines on a smartphone, tablet, or com- puter through Zinio. We subscribe to a wide selection of popular titles, includ- Feed Your Mind and Your Body @ the ing Car & Driver, Family Circle, Good Housekeeping, Newsweek, Martha Watertown Public Library’s Garden Stewart Living, and ESPN Magazine. Tales Farmer’s Market

The Friends of WPL and the Watertown Chamber of Commerce are partnering together to host the Garden Tale’s Farmer’s Market in the parking area next to the library. The market will be held week- ly, on Thursdays, through October 29 (weather permitting). Hours for the Farmer’s Market will be 3:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m. For further information about the Garden Tales Farmer’s market please contact Erin O’Neill at (920) 261-0601 Page 10

WATERTOWN DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH 515 S FIRST STREET – 920-262-8090 WHAT IS INFLUENZA (Seasonal Flu)? The seasonal flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses, and DID YOU KNOW 3 OUT OF 4 CAR SEATS ARE NOT is spread mainly by coughing, sneezing and close contact. The best way to prevent USED CORRECTLY seasonal flu is by getting vaccinated each year. ?

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF FLU Road injuries are the leading People who have the flu often feel some or all of these signs and symptoms: cause of preventable deaths and  Fever* or feeling feverish/chills injuries to children in the United  Cough  Sore throat States. Correctly used child  Runny or stuffy nose safety seats can reduce the risk  Muscle or body aches of death by as much as 71  Headaches percent.  Fatigue (very tired) Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults. A Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician is available by *It’s important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever. appointment to inspect and help COMPLICATIONS OF SEASONAL FLU properly install seats. The Complications of seasonal flu can include pneumonia, ear or sinus infections, Technician will work with parents, dehydration, and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes. grandparents, and caregivers to properly harness children, install PREVENTING SEASONAL FLU: GET VACCINATED car seats, and teach about when Everyone six months of age and older should get flu vaccine. to transition to the next seat free The flu vaccine will protect you for one flu season. of charge! Car seats are checked for:  “Flu shots” — vaccines containing inactivated virus that are given with a needle. Car seats are available free of

 The nasal-spray flu vaccine — a vaccine made with live, weakened flu viruses Correct seat for child charge to those who are eligible. that is given as a nasal spray. Proper installation Please call the Watertown Dept. of Public Health to check About two weeks after vaccination, antibodies develop that protect against influenza Proper harnessing virus infection. Flu vaccines will not protect against flu-like illnesses caused by Expiration availability and eligibility for car non-influenza viruses. seats!

The seasonal flu vaccine protects against the three or four influenza viruses that research suggests will be most common.

SAFE DISPOSAL OF USED SHARPS

Medicare Part B or private pay will be accepted for all adult (18 years of age or older) influenza NEVER place used sharps in the garbage or recycle bins. and pneumonia vaccines. High-Dose vaccine Protect children, pets and workers who handle trash and *Adult Medical Assistance members, 19 years of age or older will need to make an is available for recyclables from injury by properly disposing used sharps. Proper appointment with their healthcare provider.* people 65 & older disposal protects the environment and prevents sharps from being

If you have questions about whether you should get a re-used or shared. flu vaccine, consult your healthcare provider. Place used needles, syringes, and lancets in a sharps container. If you do not have a sharps container, use a plastic laundry detergent bottle with a lid that cannot be broken or punctured. When your *********************************************************** WHO CAN RECEIVE VACCINES (including flu) @ WDPH?? container is almost full with used sharps, bring it to a safe

disposal site. Children through 18 years of age who are:

 Enrolled in BadgerCare (Medicaid eligible) DID YOU KNOW? You may properly dispose of  Uninsured your sharps containers at the Watertown Health  American Indian or Alaska Native Department during normal business hours. Families with private health insurance should contact their physician to schedule immunizations. Please contact WDPH offices @ 920-262-8090 with questions/concerns. New containers are available for a minimal cost.

Flu and Pneumonia Clinics—Adults only September 29 September 29 October 1 Please contact office for prices 920-262-8090 9:00—10:00 a.m. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. 12:30—2:30 p.m. Highland Village Heritage Homes Watertown Senior Ctr Page 11 1408 Memorial Drive 700 Welsh Road 514 S. First Street Is Your Family Ready for a Winter Emergency?

The best way to be prepared for an emergency or a disaster is to have a kit Immunization Clinic Immunization Clinic ready before it is ever needed. According to The Federal Emergency Man- First Thursday of the Month First Thursday of the Month agement Agency (FEMA) “A disaster supplies kit is simply a collection of 10:00 a.m. - 11 a.m. Spanish interpreter available basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.” 2:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m. -Kits should be assembled ahead of time as you and your family may have Immunization Clinic to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Third Thursday of the Month -You may need to survive on your own after an emergency. This means 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. having your own food, water and other supplies in sufficient quantity to last

Tuberculosis Clinic for at least 72 hours. Tuesdays during the same week as Immunization Clinics Basic Kit 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. - Water, one gallon per person per

day (drinking & sanitation) -Moist towelettes, garbage bags and The Watertown Department of Public Health is offering American Heart - Food, at least a three-day supply Association CPR classes for the Healthcare Professional and Lay Rescuers of non-perishable food plastic ties for personal sanitation (workplace or anyone who needs a course certification). - Battery-powered radio and a - Dust mask or cotton t-shirt, to help NOAA Weather Radio with tone filter the air Please call 262-8090 for more information on alert, and extra batteries for both - Plastic sheeting and duct tape to Heartsaver CPR AED and Heartsaver First Aid classes. - Flashlight and extra batteries shelter-in-place - First Aid kit - Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities -Whistle to signal for help - Can opener for food (if kit contains - Infant formula/baby food and canned food) National Lead Poisoning diapers, if applicable PREVENTION WEEK Clothing and Bedding: If you live in a cold weather climate, you must think about warmth. It is October 25—31, 2015 possible that the power will be out and you will not have heat. Rethink your clothing and bedding supplies to account for growing children and other family changes. One complete change of warm clothing and shoes per Nearly half a million children living in the United States have elevated blood lead person, including: - Sturdy shoes levels that may cause significant damage to their health. They can develop behavior - A jacket or coat - A hat and gloves and learning problems (such as hyperactivity), slowed growth, hearing problems, - Long pants - A sleeping bag or warm blanket and aggressive patterns of behavior. Stopping a child’s exposure to lead from leaded - A long sleeve shirt for each person paint, house dust, or any other source is the best way to prevent the harmful effects of lead. Major sources of lead exposure to U.S. children include lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust in deteriorating buildings. Family Supply List: Each family or individual's kit should be customized to meet specific needs, Despite the continued presence of lead in the environment, lead poisoning is such as medications, glasses/contacts, put food, and infant formula/baby entirely preventable. Parents can reduce a child’s exposure to lead in many ways. food. It should also be customized to include important family documents. Here are some simple things you can do to help protect your family:

1. Get your Home Tested. Before you buy an older home, ask for a lead inspection. Below are some other items for your family to consider adding to its supply 2. Get your Child Tested. Even if your young children seem healthy, ask your kit. doctor to test them for lead. - Emergency reference materials - Household chlorine bleach - You can 3. Get the Facts! Your local health department can provide you with helpful such as a first aid book or a print use as a disinfectant (diluted nine information about preventing childhood lead poisoning. out of the information on parts water to one part bleach), or in Contact them at 920-262-8090. www.ready.gov an emergency can be used to treat - Rain gear water (Use 16 drops of regular - Mess kits, paper cups, plates and household liquid bleach per gallon of plastic utensils water. Do not use scented, color safe - Cash or traveler's checks, change or bleaches with added cleaners.) - Paper towels - Fire Extinguisher - Medicine dropper - Tent - Important Family Documents such as - Compass copies of insurance policies, - Matches in a waterproof identification container and bank - Signal flare account - Paper, pencil records in a - Personal hygiene items including waterproof, feminine supplies portable - Disinfectant Page 12 Testing for Radon is free and easy!!!

RADON “How easy is it?” you ask?

Just the Facts: 1) Pick up a free test kit from the Watertown Department  Radon is a naturally occurring gas found in your of Public Health starting home. December 2015.

 Radon causes over 21,000 lung cancer deaths 2) Using our easy placement each year in the U.S. chart, and the instructions in the kit, just place the kit in  Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer the lowest lived in level of behind smoking. your home for 48 hours. 3) When 48 hours is up, place  Radon is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. kit in the supplied envelope,

apply postage and mail it to  The only way to know if Radon is in your home is to the lab! test! Kits starting December 2015  Any home can have Radon: new or old, homes with or without basements. while supplies last! Now Available Online: Restaurant Inspections! The Jefferson County Environmental Public Health Consortium is happy to announce that restaurant inspections are now available online. Inspections educate facility operators and employees on food safety and help to prevent foodborne outbreaks in Jefferson County and the City of Watertown. Currently, the website only allows viewing of inspections completed at restaurants, but as we move forward into the future we hope to include pools, campground, lodging, and tattoo/body piercing facilities.

The website is linked to the computer inspection program HealthSpace and updates overnight to have the most current inspections available. Routine inspections may not post if a re-inspection is required. After re- inspection is completed, both inspections will post online. If violations are noted, clicking on the violation type (priority, priority foundation, or core), will provide a definition of the violation type.

Link to Jefferson County/City of Watertown: http://healthspace.com/Clients/WI/JeffersonWatertown/Web.nsf

Other jurisdictions are regulated and inspected by other local health departments or Wisconsin Department of Health Services. If jurisdictions utilized the online inspection program HealthSpace and have chosen to publish inspections online they can be found at the link below:

Want to get the latest and most informative public health information? Recall notices?

Food Safety tips? Immunization clinic info?

Check out the City of Watertown website or Watertown Dept of Public Health Facebook “A place of camaraderie for those with dementia and those who support them.” www.ci.watertown.wi.us THIRD WEDNESDAY MONTHLY—10 a.m.

AT CONNECTION CAFÉ 1308 W MAIN STREET WATERTOWN WI 53098 Page 13 STREET & RECYCLING/SANITATION CURBSIDE BRUSH CHIPPING SCHEDULE The City’s curbside brush chipping is provided on a monthly schedule. The City has been divided into four sections, with each section getting brush collection during a designated week every month. The sections are divided as follows:

Section I – 7:00 a.m. on the first Monday of the month AREA: Northwest Portion of the City – North side of W. Main; West of the River; to City Limits to North and West. Section II – 7:00 a.m. on the second Monday of the month AREA: Northeast Portion of the City – North sides of E. Main, Summit Ave, & East Gate Dr.; E. Main, E. Cady, E. Spaulding, etc. to the east City Limits; to the North City Limits. Section III – 7:00 a.m. on the third Monday of the month AREA: Southwest Portion of the City – South Side of W. Main; West Sides of River Dr., Jefferson Rd., & the River; West to City Limits; South to City Limits. Section IV – 7:00 a.m. on the fourth Monday of the month AREA: Southeast Portion of the City – South Sides of E. Main, Summit Ave, & East Gate Dr.; East of River Dr., Jefferson Rd., & the River; East to City Limits; South to City Limits. REQUIREMENTS OF BRUSH COLLECTION Brush must be out for collection by 7:00 a.m. Monday morning of the scheduled week, and collection will be provided once that week. This schedule will be in effect all year except under the following circumstances: January – March: Not on set schedule for collection. Will collect on call-in basis. If you have a brush pile to be picked up curbside, we strongly suggest that you keep all vehicles away from this pile if possible. Vehicles around brush piles take longer to chip up wasting time and money, or the pile may be missed all together if the crew does not see it behind a vehicle. Twigs, vines and other types of yardwaste can be disposed of at the Yardwaste Site, located at 1355 Boomer Street on Monday and Wednesday from 3:30 – 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. (April 4th – November 28th weather permitting). After daylight savings time on November 1st, the site will close at 6:00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. Woodchips are available anytime from 1338 Boomer Street (just north of yardwaste site). All roots must be removed from the brush. Brush stacked for collection must be free of all debris, litter and non-brush material. To allow us to provide timely, safe curbside collection of brush, the following requirements must be followed: Brush must be: This program has been adopted to provide a reliable schedule and A minimum of 4 feet in length an efficient service. If you have any questions regarding this A maximum of 9 inches in diameter information, please call the Street Department at 262-4080. A maximum of 4 feet in width The Street Dept. does NOT do storm damage or special pickups Stack brush as close to the curb as possible outside the normal scheduled routes. Stack brush with cut ends facing one direction; parallel to or facing the curb. (Do not block the sidewalk)

CHRISTMAS TREE CHIPPING

Weather permitting, discarded Christmas trees will be chipped by the City starting Monday, January 4, 2016. Nails, wires, lights, tree Stands and plastic bags must be removed from the trees. All strings of lights can be recycled—please drop off at the electronics drop-off area located at S. Second and Clyman Street—near the SE side of the Street Department building.

FALL LEAF COLLECTION SCHEDULE

This fall’s leaf collection will begin the week of October 5th. The Street Department crews follow the same schedule as the curbside brush collection. These are two different crews however, so keep your brush pile and your leaf pile separate. Please keep your leaf piles free of all debris. Rake piles to the boulevard area—DO NOT RAKE LEAVES INTO THE STREET. Keep parked vehicles clear of leaf piles as well. You may also bag your leaves and take them to the yardwaste drop-off site on Boomer Street. The hours for this site are Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30—7:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. After daylight savings time on November 1st, Monday and

WEATHER OR NOT … Ready or not, winter is coming. Equipment will soon be set up with salt spreaders, plows and wings. During snow season residents are encouraged to:

A) Park your vehicles off the streets in accordance with the winter parking ordinance when snow is forecasted. B) Keep driving to a minimum when plows and salters are out. C) Allow extra time for slippery conditions if traveling is necessary. D) Maintain safe sidewalks and crosswalks at your property as required by City Ordinance. E) Unsafe or un-maintained sidewalks should be reported to the Police Department’s non-emergency number at 920-261-6660. F) Remain a safe distance behind the salt and plow trucks. Following too closely could result in damage to your vehicle and City equipment. When plowing and salting under adverse conditions, it is extremely difficult to see a vehicle behind them. Bad weather or not, the Street Department employees look forward to working with you to provide safe winter traveling for everyone. Residents can call the Street Department at 920-262-4080 with snow removal questions and concerns. Page 14

CITY OF WATERTOWN RECYCLING GUIDE ~ SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ~

DO’S ... QUESTIONS? CALL: 920-262-4080 … and DON’TS

Material Required Preparation Recommendations

Corrugated Cardboard, Chipboard & - Cut to fit in Blue Recycling Cart - If you want to bundle, use DO NOT Put in Garbage Glossy Chipboard, all cardboard from paper bags or plastic bags. Cart!!! food products—examples: cake boxes, - Keep free of Debris cracker boxes, Kleenex boxes, pizza boxes, orange juice containers, fast food containers, etc.

For more info, visit: www.RecycleCartons.com Any & All Plastic Containers  Place in Blue City of Water- - Flatten (Optional, to save DO NOT Put in Garbage town Recycling Cart. space) Cart!!! This includes oil containers and plastic bags. Also, #2 bulky Rigid Plastics (5 gal  Loose buckets, laundry baskets, plastic milk crates, children’s toys) plastic 6-pack  Rinse rings, film plastic: bread bags, case wrap (water cases, etc) newspaper bags, retail bags, napkin, paper towel, bathroom tissue & diaper packaging wraps. For more info, visit: www.plasticfilmrecycling.org

Glass Bottles and Jars  Rinse  No Glass Light Bulbs  Fluorescent bulbs and  Place Loose in Blue Recycling small household batter- Cart ies should be brought to the Street Dept. ALL PAPER PRODUCTS - Place in the Blue Recycling Cart. Items do not have to be bagged DO NOT Put in Garbage This includes newspapers, advertisements, or bundled, but can be. Cart!!! envelopes (with windows & clasps too), wrapping paper, tissue paper, fast food containers (cups & straws too), paper plates, etc.

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HOUSEHOLD RECYCLING/WASTE

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED HOW OFTEN IS IT RECYCLING/WASTE PREPARATION WHERE DOES IT GO? PICKED UP?

ALUMINUM AND TIN CANS - Rinse (If it’s a food John’s Recycling Every other week, This will include Reynolds wrap, container) Place in Whitewater, Wisconsin according to your pickup tin foil, tin cans, aluminum cans, Blue Recycling Cart day. aluminum baking dishes and pans, baking sheets, etc.

DRAIN OIL and OIL FILTERS Place in sealed, Bring oil and filters to the This is an outside drop-off disposable one gallon Recycling Center at 727 W area, so you may do this at (The container the oil came in can container. Cady St and place oil in the your convenience. be placed in the Blue Recycling drop off area on the north Cart) end of the building. Filters must be placed in the barrel.

ALL STYROFOAM - Rinse (if it’s a food John’s Recycling Every other week, This will include packing material, container) Place in Whitewater, Wisconsin according to your pickup the Styrofoam that meat comes on, Blue Recycling Cart day. Styrofoam plates, etc. ALL AEROSOL SPRAY CANS - These should be empty. John’s Recycling Every other week, Place in Blue Whitewater, Wisconsin according to your pickup Recycling Cart. day.

HOUSEHOLD WASTE - Place in Grey Garbage Private Sanitary Landfill Weekly according to your This includes food waste and per- Cart. scheduled pickup day. sonal hygiene items, used Kleenex, etc. LANDSCAPE WASTE I

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT GO? HOW OFTEN IS IT RECYCLING/WASTE PICKED UP?

Grass clippings, twigs, vines, gar- Residents take to Yard- City employees compost Open: den plants, flowers, wood chips, waste Drop-Off Site. and burn material on site Monday & Wednesday apple tree droppings, pumpkins, An attendant will be according to DNR 3:30 p.m.—7:00 p.m. corn stalks, etc. there to collect empty regulations. (3:30—6:00 after Daylight bags and inspect Savings) material. NOTE: Operates from Saturday - April—November 9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. (weather permitting) Organic Items - If you choose to keep City employees compost Component Examples: apples these items separate materials on site (core, peelings), watermelon, from your garbage, you according to DNR oranges, bananas, lettuce, onions, may bring them to the regulations. cantaloupe, carrots, potatoes, Yardwaste Drop-Off tomatoes, corn, peppers, squash, Site during normal pears, etc. seasonal hours.

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LANDSCAPE WASTE II

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT HOW OFTEN IS IT

RECYCLING/WASTE GO? PICKED UP? Branches, hedges and tree limbs. Wood Chip Stock Pile— Once per month—according Maximum Diameter: 9 inches City Street Dept. Crews 1339 Boomer Street. to schedule. Call the Street

Minimum Length: 4 feet Full truck loads available Dept. at (920) 262-4080 for Maximum Length: None to City residents at no routing schedules. Call the Street Dept. (920) 262- charge. We do NOT pickup storm 4080 for stacking requirements. damage brush or special pickups outside the normal

route.

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT HOW OFTEN IS IT RECYCLING/WASTE GO? PICKED UP? Autumn Leaves – Street Dept. Monthly—Guaranteed one will announce when pickup will City Street Dept. Crews City Compost Site— pickup monthly, however if start; usually the first week in 1339 Boomer Street time and weather allow, there October. Rake leaves to edge of could be more than one curb, not in bags. DO NOT rake pickup per month. Call the leaves into the street or park vehi- Street Dept. with questions. cles in front of/near the piles.

LANDSCAPE WASTE III

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT GO? HOW OFTEN IS IT RECYCLING/WASTE PICKED UP?

Stoves, Washer, Dryers, most Residents need to drop Universal Recycling metal items, Dehumidifiers, Re- off in the electronics Technologies This is an outside drop-off frigerators, Air Conditioners, drop-off area at S. Sec- Janesville, Wisconsin area so you may do this at

and Freezers. ond & Clyman Street. your convenience.

WHITE GOODS

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT GO? HOW OFTEN IS IT RECYCLING/WASTE PICKED UP?

Copy Machines, TVs, Comput- ers, Monitors, Key Pads, Print- Citizens must bring Universal Recycling This is an outside drop-off ers, Mouse, Fax Machines, items to the drop off Technologies. area, so you may do this at VCR, DVD, Cell Phones, Mi- area at S. Second & Janesville, Wisconsin your convenience. crowaves, Mixers, Blenders, Clyman Street.

Sump Pumps, Fans, Vacuums, Toaster, Toaster Ovens, Holiday Decorative String Lights.

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FURNITURE

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT GO? HOW OFTEN IS IT

RECYCLING/WASTE PICKED UP?

Couches, recliners, love seats, pit City Sanitation Crews Private Sanitary Landfill Weekly, according to groups, rockers. schedule.

NOTE: Steel frames must be re- moved from roll-a-way/hide-a-bed couches.

Mattresses & Box Springs - Residents must bring all Ohio Mattress Hours of Drop-Off: These are now being recycled and are mattresses and box NOTE: There is NO Monday—Friday from being kept out of the landfills. springs to the Street OTHER drop-off in the 6:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m. Dept.— 811 S. First City besides the Street

Street Dept! The local company

that recycled them is closed! CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT GO? HOW OFTEN IS IT RECYCLING/WASTE PICKED UP?

Steel, glass, brick, concrete, rock, Call the Street Dept. at These items are recycled Monday—Friday from wood (including non-hazardous 920-262-4080 for by Waste Management. 6:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m. painted, treated and coated wood and information on this wood products), wall coverings, plas- service. ter, drywall, plumbing fixtures, non- asbestos insulation, roofing shingles and other roof coverings, plastics that are not sealed in a manner that con- ceals waste or contaminates, electri- cal wiring and piping or metals inci- dental to any of those materials. CALL THE STREET DEPT BE-

FORE YOU BRING YOUR ITEMS TO ASSURE AVAILA- BILITY OF THE DUMPSTER! THE CITY NO LONGER AC- CEPTS CARPETING. CONTACT A FLOORING INSTALLER FOR DISPOSAL.

DESCRIPTION OF WHO PICKS IT UP? WHERE DOES IT GO? HOW OFTEN IS IT RECYCLING/WASTE PICKED UP?

Car, truck, tractor, semi-trucks, etc. Tire-Rifik (920)261-8111 Drop Off. Fees vary depending on size.

Lead acid batteries—automobile Loeb Recycling Drop Off. batteries 1111 S. Tenth St.

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RECYCLE, RECYCLE, RECYCLE!!!

While people may find it annoying to get an occasional orange tag on their garbage cart, this is an effective way for our crews to communicate with residents. We are finding more and more outlets to take items for recycling. This is a win, win for all involved; the bottom line is that the City of Watertown receives revenue for the items we recycle and we have to pay ever increasing landfilling costs for any items we haul to the landfill. There is also the fact that we are able to keep literally tons and tons of items out of the landfill which is better for the environment. Electronics (including items with Freon) and construction debris should be dropped off for recycling as well as box springs and mattresses. Please refer to the City of Watertown Recycling Guide in this paper for locations/hours. You should also check the City’s website often, as any changes to our recycling program are updated on there. You can find this at www.ci.watertown.wi.us. The City of Watertown Street & Recycling/Sanitation Department would like to emphasize that we are here to help all residents abide by the Watertown Ordinance and State Mandates that are in place. We are not here to punish anyone, rather it is our goal to continually raise our recycling efforts while lowering our landfilling. We realize we are requiring a lot of items to fit in your blue recycling cart which is only picked up every other week. Therefore, please feel free to contact our office at (920) 262-4080 to request an extra pickup if you need it. You can also place extra bags of recycling on top of your recycling cart under the lid—it does not have to close completely. We also have recycling drop-off at the Street Department on Tuesdays from 6:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m. to drop off any extra recycling. By working together we can reduce landfilling and promote recycling. Please don’t hesitate to call the Street Department if you have any questions with our program.

STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE -

This has been a challenging construction season with a lot of rain at the start. We appreciate the patience by residents and anyone who was/is inconvenienced by the construction. The following list shows the progress of this years proposed work:

Reconstruction South End of Neenah & Boomer Street = Completed Milford St: Railroad Tracks to City Limits = Completed S. Second Street: Main Street to Dodge Street = Completed late September S. Second Street: Western Avenue to Spring Street = Completed late October S. Second Street: Spring Street to Dodge Street = Pushed back to 2016

Resurfacing Carriage Hill Drive: Mary Knoll Lane to Endeavour Drive = Completed Endeavour Drive: Carriage Hill Drive to S. Church Street = Completed Fox Creek Drive: Endeavour Drive to Termini = Completed E. Milwaukee Street: S. First Street to S. Third Street = Completed late October

Water Main Franklin Street: River Drive to S. Ninth Street = Completed late October (Water Main Only)

Parking Lot N. Second Street = S. First St.: Between E. Main & Market St. (west side) = Completed end of October

Page 19 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Phone Number: 920-262-4060 Web page: www.ci.watertown.wi.us/departments/engineering/

Sidewalk Information Find us on Facebook!!

In an effort to give the citizens of Watertown another avenue to With the cold weather comes freezing, ice, and obtain up to date information, the Engineering Department has snow. Unfortunately, there is no good way to recently started a Facebook page. You can find us by searching prevent these items from adversely affecting your for “Watertown Engineering Department”. We will also continue to sidewalk. Below are some FAQ’s you may find update information on the City website ww.ci.watertown.wi.us). helpful in the maintenance of your sidewalk:

Who's responsible for sidewalk maintenance? Though sidewalk is Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMS) considered public right of way, it is the property owner’s responsibility to maintain the safety of the sidewalk. This includes keeping snow and ice off Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMS) for both Dodge the sidewalk in the winter and repairing cracked, broken, or raised sidewalk in and Jefferson Counties can now be found on the City of the warmer months. In the instance where the City is either notified of Watertown’s website page (www.ci.watertown.wi.us) by sidewalk in need of repair or the City is performing curb and gutter work, the clicking on the red tab entitled “FIRM—Floodplain sidewalk that is in need of repair will be marked with pink paint and a notice Insurance”. Feel free to contact us at (920) 262-4060 will be sent to the property owner. If tree roots are causing the sidewalk to with any questions you may have. raise and/or crack, a permit must be completed with the City Forestry Department to ensure the proper removal of tree roots so neither the sidewalk nor the tree will sustain further damage.

Does sidewalk repair require a permit? Yes, sidewalk repair does require a permit. There is no fee associated with this particular permit. It is completed in just a few minutes in-office during office hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in Room 2003 on the second level of City Hall). A home- owner, contractor, or representative can obtain this permit. As you have walked around the City of Watertown you may have

seen the new City logo. This logo has begun to be implemented in Can a homeowner repair their own sidewalk? Sidewalk can be repaired by anyone so long as the proper rules and regulations are followed with the letterhead, shirts and a white version painted on many of the appropriate inspection being done BEFORE the concrete is poured. Sidewalk downtown sidewalks. The “W” in the new logo stands for Watertown, rules and regulations can be found on our website at www.ci.watertown.wi.us/ but it also speaks to the city's many bridges, its connection between departments/engineering. To schedule an inspection, please contact our Madison and Milwaukee, and its strong foundation rooted on faith, office at least 24 hours before pouring concrete by calling our office at history, and education. (920) 262-4060. Please remember to plan ahead for weekend projects. If you wish to pour concrete over the weekend, we will have to inspect the sidewalk forms NO LATER than Thursday. The official logo is made of three colors: white, grass green and aquamarine, representing agriculture and the Rock River, but an Are there any options other than complete sidewalk replacement? There all-white or all-black background versions of the logos are allowed are times the City allows horizontal saw cutting to remove vertical under the brand standards. As you travel around Watertown, keep displacements on concrete sidewalks. To view the criteria, please either call your eyes open for other applications of the new City logo and inquire our office at (920) 262-4060 or visit our website at www.ci.watertown.wi.us/ about what the brand is and what it means for our city! The City of departments/engineering. Watertown…Opportunity runs through it!

Cost -Placing a trailer or dumpster on the street $35/2 weeks -Blocking the sidewalk $35/2 weeks -Repairing/replacing sidewalk No cost -Cutting the curb Driveway: $55 Sump pump: $25 -Demolition of a building See form on Building, Safety & Zoning’s City website page

Additional permits also required by various departments. Please call (920) 262-4040 with questions or stop in our office to complete your permit. We do require a signature in person either from the homeowner, contractor, or representative of the homeowner or contractor. Page 20 BUILDING, SAFETY & ZONING

Phone Number: 920-262-4060 Web page: www.ci.watertown.wi.us/departments/building_safety_and_zoning/

To access the Municipal Codes utilized by this department: 1) Visit the City of Watertown website (www.ci.watertown.wi.us); 2) Click on the “Government” tab at the top of the page; 3) Click on the “Municipal Documents” tab; 4) Click on “Municipal Code”; 5) Click on “City of Watertown Municipal Code”.

**NEW—Demolition Permit** The City of Watertown has now officially implemented a demolition permit for residential and commercial structures. Code Section 21.30, passed by the City of Watertown Common Council on August 18, 2015, dictates the rules and regulations pertaining to the demolition permit. The demolition permit and additional information can be found in our office and on our web page (www.ci.watertown.wi.us) on the Building Safety & Zoning Department page under the “Permit/Application Forms” tab. Should you have any questions regarding this, please feel free to contact our office.

VISION TRIANGLES: The way that is right is a clear line of sight

A Vision Triangle is two intersecting streets (or a street and a driveway) with a chord connecting the centerlines of each, as determined by the Zoning Administrator (per Code Section 18.703). Generally, if the right of way width is 50 feet or less, items must be 50 feet back from the intersection. 51-60 feet, items must be 40 feet back; 61-66 feet, items must be 34 feet back; and for 67 feet or greater, items must be 15 feet back. No object or planting which obstructs sight lines over 2-1/2 feet in height above the surface of the roadbed is allowed in the vision clearance triangle. Open- type fences such as chain link, woven wire or wrought iron fencing are allowed as long as they don’t exceed four (4) feet above the roadbeds and does not encroach closer than three (3) feet to any public right of way. Overhanging trees or foliage must be removed if found in between the 2-1/2 feet and 10 feet above the surface of the roadbed in a vision clearance triangle.

Bushes and Trees - Clearing the Way

If you have a tree or shrub growing near a sidewalk, driveway or intersection, please note that there are rules and regulations regarding trimming. These rules and regulations ensure that the tree or shrub does not intercede with public access and/or appropriate visibility.

For trees or shrubs on private property adjacent to a boulevard, terrace or other public property, Code Section 18.16 (5) states that the owner must keep the tree or shrub trimmed so as to maintain a clear space of not less than twelve (12) feet above the roadway. In addition, the owner of said trees shall remove all dead, diseased or dangerous trees or limbs, which constitute a menace to the safety of the public. This includes any part of the tree or shrub which interferes with visibility of any traffic control device or sign or approaching pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

Any doubt at all-give us a call! Before starting any work in the City of Watertown, please feel free to stop in our office on the second floor of City Hall or call us at (920) 262-4060. We are happy Find us on Facebook!!

to help you verify the correct way to approach your project, inform you of the ne- In an effort to give the citizens of Watertown cessity of anything related to your project, and clarify any additional questions another avenue to obtain up to date you may have. There is no such thing as a stupid question! Please don’t forget to information, the Inspection Department has plan ahead. Many permits can be issued the same day. Other permits (i.e. build- recently started a Facebook page. You can ing permits, fence permits, pool permits, etc.) require review by one of our in- find us by searching for “Watertown Inspection Department”. We will also continue to spectors. Due to limited staff and inspection hours, we highly suggest turning in update information on the City website all paperwork at least 1 week prior to the date you would like to begin a pro- (www.ci.watertown.wi.us). ject. All permits are good for one (1) year from the date they are issued.

Page 21 2015 Fall Swim Lessons Swim lessons are scheduled at a variety of dates and times so you can choose what fits your schedule best. Each class is scheduled for eight-35 minute sessions with 5 minutes built in for parent-teacher interaction. Classes are taught by trained instructors and fol- low the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program. All classes meet at the Indoor Pool, located at Riverside Middle School. Registration for Watertown Unified School District residents will be accepted at the department office beginning Monday, August 24, 2015. In person registration, will begin on Monday, August 31 for anyone. Classes begin the week of September 14, 2015. Fees are $26/city residents and $39/non-city residents. Swim class course descriptions, schedules, and registration materials will be available at the Indoor Pool, the Park & Recreation Department office at 514 South First Street, or on our website.

Water Fitness Classes Swim Calendars Available Open Swim A cool approach to staying fit or Monthly calendars for the Indoor A great way to spend an after- reaching new levels of fitness!! Pool are available at the Indoor Great benefits, including: increased Pool, the Park & Recreation Office, noon! Weekends from 1-4 pm. flexibility, strength, and cardiovas- and the city website Cost is $3 per person or a season cular endurance await you! The (www.ci.watertown.wi.us). Calen- pass. Fantastic family fun! buoyancy and resistance of the wa- dars reflect the times and cost for Great exercise. Check out the ter assist in increasing exercise ben- the different classes and activities monthly calendar. It’s cool to be efits and increasing impact-related offered each day. at the pool!!! injury and stress. We offer both Lifeguard Training Class shallow water and deep water clas- ses. You do not need to be a swim- Become an American Red Cross Lap Swim mer to participate. Check out our certified lifeguard! Dates for this Swim and stay fit, swim and monthly calendar as classes are held course are set for September 11 get fit! Lap swim is available on a variety of days and times. Fees (4-9pm), 12 (8am-4:30pm), 13 at a variety of times through- are: $3/visit or $30 punch card for (8am-4:30pm), 18 (4-9pm), 19 11 visits— the first visit is on us! (8am-4:30pm) and 20 (8am- out the week. Please see the 1pm). Additional information monthly calendar for dates Watertown Aquatic Team and registration materials are and times. Hope you can join Bring out your competitive spirit and available on our website and at us! Swimming is a lifetime join our age group swim team! This the Park and Rec Office. leisure sport! See you at the program is a parent-run competitive pool! swim team that operates with assis- Deep Water Aqua Jogging tance from the Watertown Park & This fun way to exercise is gain- Recreation Department. Workouts ing popularity at our pool! Bring Coming Soon: are held on a variety of days and times for kids of all levels at the In- a friend to visit with, hop into Water Safety Instructor door Pool, located at Riverside Mid- the deep end of the pool, and jog Classes will be held in the dle School. All practice sessions are away! Aqua jogger belts are upcoming months! Check available for use if desired. Cost conducted by certified, professional out our website or Facebook coaches who offer individualized at- is $3 per person or a season pass. tention with an emphasis on instruc- Check out the monthly calendar page for updates! tion, training, and competition to peo- for days and times. ple of all ages and abilities. Page 22 Fall Recreational Activities

The Watertown Park & Recreation De- Volunteer Coaches Needed Men’s Open Basketball partment offers a wide variety of pro- All coaches with our youth sports This program offers pick-up games of grams throughout the fall and winter programs are done on a volunteer ba- basketball and is held at the high months. At this time, we do not have sis. We are constantly looking for school on Wednesdays beginning Octo- all of the pertinent information availa- individuals who may be interested in ber 21 from 7:30-9:00 pm. There is no ble on all of these programs, but in- coaching youth sports. It can be very fee. cluded is the information that is cur- enjoyable and rewarding. The time rently available. We will advertise in involvement is from 3-5 hours per Little Dunkers Basketball the local newspaper, facebook, and our week during the season. The depart- This 6-week instructional program is website well in advance of these pro- ment offers a nationally accredited for boys and girls currently enrolled in grams starting dates. Feel free to con- training program for these coaches. Kindergarten through fourth grade will tact our office for complete information Interested individuals should contact be held on Saturday mornings begin- on any of our program offerings. the office to receive more infor- ning November 1. Instruction will Registration mation. stress basic skills and fundamentals Most programs require a registration using scaled down equipment. Regis- fee which is assessed to cover opera- Part Time Employment tration will be accepted in October. tional costs of the program. These fees The department hires a large number are expected at the time of registration. Men’s League Basketball of individuals to work with its pro- The department does not exclude any- This league plays primarily on Thurs- grams as supervisors and sports offi- one who is unable to pay these fees be- day evenings at the Middle School be- cials and is currently looking to fill cause of financial hardships. Families ginning in late October. League play these positions for the upcoming sea- unable to pay all or part of the charge offers approximately 12 son. Training is available. Interested should contact the office. Arrange- games and runs through individuals should contact the depart- ments will be made for your participa- March 2016. Team regis- ment’s office at 514 South First tion. Those living outside the Water- tration is currently being Street. town city limits will be charged a fee accepted. 50% higher than those living within the Ballet, Tap & Dance city. Fifth Grade Volleyball These lessons are held on Saturday This league plays primarily at elemen- Due to cost restrictions, each class of- mornings and early afternoons in the tary schools beginning in mid- fered must have a minimum number of lower level of the Senior Center. September with the girls. Registration registrants to be conducted. If the min- Classes are made availa- is currently being accepted. imum number is not met, the class will ble to those ages 4 and be canceled, and you will be trans- up. Registration is now Ice Skating and Hockey ferred to another class or given a re- underway for the fall ses- When weather conditions permit, ice skat- fund. Most classes have a maximum sion which begins on ing facilities are provided at Silver Creek limit on the number of participants. To Saturday, September 19. and Brandt/Quirk Park. A hockey rink is guarantee quality instruction and facili- A second session will made available in Brandt/Quirk Park when ty use, these maximums are strictly ob- begin in January. temperatures are cold enough to spray ice. served. People are advised to use extreme caution when venturing out onto river ice, as ice The department will make every effort depths are not consistent. Ice conditions to comply with the regulations associ- Fifth Grade Basketball that are near bridges and dams tend to be ated with the Americans with Disabili- This program offers both instructional especially dangerous. ties Act (ADA). Please contact the de- and low level competition. It is run partment if you have any special needs through the public grade schools. www.therunturkeyrun.com that would benefit from your participa- Fifth grade boys compete from late Mark your calendars for this tion in our programs. The department October through December and girls All-Weather 5K and 1K Fun Run on will attempt to accommodate these from January through March. Practic- Thanksgiving Day, needs and contact you to discuss your es and games are held on weeknights November 26, 2015 participation. after school. Registration is taken in at Riverside Park the schools and Park & Rec office. beginning at 9:00 am! Page 23 Volunteer coaches are needed. Register through the website! High School Intramurals Year-Round Recreational Programming The department organizes leagues for basketball for students attending Wa- New programming is always being added and will be advertised in the tertown High School. The basketball Watertown Daily Times, Facebook, and the city’s website. program is offered during January and Registration Activity/Program Program February. Registration Begins Starts is advertised through February Youth Archery II March the high school athlet- February Girls on the Run ic office. Youth Wrestling February Spring Youth Soccer April March Spring Swim Lessons Registration will begin in October for this instructional program which is co- February Youth Baseball (ages 7-14) sponsored by the Watertown High May February Girls Fastpitch Softball School Wrestling Team and coaching April Summer Kickball League staff. Students currently enrolled in April Summer Softball League kindergarten through sixth grade are eligible. Sessions meet on Monday April Rock River Day Camp June evenings at the high school. A tourna- May Little Sluggers Baseball ment will be held to conclude the pro- May 5K Run gram. May Summer Grade School Volleyball May Summer Swim Lessons (June-August) May Summer Micro Soccer (ages 5-8) July June Fall Youth Soccer September August Fall Ballet August Flag Football Adult Volleyball August Fall Kickball League The department operates a large volley- August Fall Softball League ball program offering a variety of skill August 5th Grade Girls Volleyball levels to men’s, women’s and coed August Fall Swim Lessons teams. Matches are played at local schools beginning in early October. September 5th Grade Boys Basketball October Registration begins in September. September Fall/Winter Volleyball September Men’s Basketball League November October Little Dunkers Basketball (Grade K-4) October Youth Wrestling I December Winter Ballet January December Youth Archery I Hiking & Cross-Country Ski December 5th Grade Girls Basketball Trails December Youth Wrestling II The Park, Recreation & Forestry De- December Winter Swim Lessons partment and the Watertown Unified School District together provide a four Fitness Fitness classes occur year-round. Please see city website for mile trail system for hiking and cross Classes more information. country skiing. The trail is located on the Brandt/Quirk Park and High School grounds. There is an access and park- ing at the north end of both Carriage Hill Drive and Hiawatha Street. The ski trail is groomed for skiing when there is sufficient snow. Page 24 Park & Forestry Information

Park Facilities Close for Park & Recreation Department Highlights the Season During the difficult economic times, we feel that our facilities and Park facilities will close for the programs become even more important to our citizens. We remain season in October 2014. Reserva- committed to our missions of providing top notch park facilities and tions can be made for park shel- recreation programs although we realize the need to be creative in Feeding of Ducks & Geese ters starting the first working day the funding of these endeavors. Listed below are projects and pro- The department appreciates that in February 2015. Parks will grams that we have recently accomplished or have in our plans for the feeding of the waterfowl in officially open May 1. Watertown has been long estab- the near future. Chamberland lished practice. The city does not No Dogs in the Parks Thanks to the many hours and donations that the Chamberland Vol- prohibit the practice of feeding As per city ordinance, it is un- waterfowl; however, it is not a lawful to allow any domestic unteer Group has dedicated to the renovations of this playground! practice that is advocated by the animal to be present within any New paint, new woodchips and flooring are in place and new play- Park, Recreation, & Forestry De- city park or recreation areas, un- ground equipment should be in by Fall 2016. partment. It is the departments less that area has been designated Riverside Park Softball Fields position that and geese by the Park, Recreation and For- Recently completed improvements include: new field mix and con- are likely to return to their natural estry Commission for the pur- touring of the infield. Future plans include: upgrade to the lighting, diet if people refrain from feeding pose of walking animals. remodel the concession stand. these waterfowl. If you find it Rotary Island-Riverside Park necessary to feed the ducks and The commission has designated geese, please follow these guide- Several future improvements to the Island include: installation of a two different park sites for peo- handicap accessible fishing pier (Watertown Outboarders donation) lines: ple to exercise their pets. They are the trail system at Brandt/ and installation of a kayak dock. These projects are scheduled to be 1. Please do not feed these birds Quirk Park and the old landfill completed by Fall 2015. from September 1 to Decem- site on the city’s south east side Brandt Baseball Complex ber 15. This will encourage off of Boomer Street. These are Improvements include the lighting on diamond 3. Future improve- their natural migratory in- designated as on leash walking ments will finalize the lighting of all 5 diamonds by Spring 2016. stincts. The birds will tend to areas. (Thanks to the Girls Fastpitch Association, Quirk Foundation & live here over winter if they Darcey Foundation). have an abundance of feed. The Brandt/Quirk Park Pet Exer- Tennis Courts cise Trail can be accessed at the 2. Please feed responsibly. Feed We are pleased to announce that the tennis courts at Brandt Quirk Carriage Hill Drive entrance to have been resurfaced and repainted. Future plans for tennis courts only the amount of food that the park or from the trail head at the ducks and geese will eat the north end of Hiawatha Street. include: resurfacing and repainting courts at Riverside and Clark and please do not litter the Pets are only allowed on the des- Park. parks by leaving large ignated trail and prohibited in all Pickleball Courts amounts of food behind. other areas of the park. Walking Pickleball lines have been painted on the tennis courts at Clark and of the pets at the Brandt/Quirk Riverside Parks. Nets are available in the office for checkout. 3. Please do not continuously Park Trail will be prohibited dur- Washington Park feed in one location on turf ing the winter months when the The Washington Park baseball diamond has received several im- areas. This practice will kill department is grooming the trail provements over the summer including: new infield mix, a new the turf and can cause erosion for cross country skiing. problems. The Senior & scoreboard, and a lighted flagpole. (Thanks to the Watertown Community Center hillside is Off Leash Dog Park Youth Baseball Association, J & L Tire, Pepsi, and the American a location where the depart- The Boomer Street Pet Exercise Legion). ment has had problems with Park is located on Boomer Brandt Quirk Park excessive feeding in one turf Street, 1/2 mile east of Twelfth Recent improvements to the Rock River Disc Golf Course include: location. Street at the old land fill site. updated landscaping and a new kiosk. Thanks to the members of the Facilities include: perimeter Rock River Disc Golf league for all of their hard work and time 4. Please do not feed the ducks fencing, a parking lot, directional dedicated to improving the course, a truly magnificent disc golf and geese under or near the fencing which allows your pet to course! park shelter buildings. De- play off leash, waste collection Heiden Pond/The Brickyard partment crews have had sig- bags and containers, and mowed nificant problems keeping the trail. Park rules are posted at the Benches have been added to this hidden gem. These new benches River Shelter at Riverside trail head. make is easier to enjoy fishing and spending time at the pond. Im- Park free of fecal matter. The provements have also been made to the nature trail at the Brickyard. River Shelter is located along Admittance is free. Dogs Thanks to the members of Rock River Rescue for their efforts. the channel and numerous must play well with oth- Watertown Aquatic Center people have been feeding ers! Improvements made over the summer to the WAC including: instal- ducks under this shelter. lation of a new water feature and rebuilding of a retaining wall, new skylights in the bathhouse, landscaping, and fresh paint. Future im- Page 25 provements for Summer 2015 include new playground equipment. Senior & Community Center The Watertown Senior & Community Coffee with a Cop Chair Massage Center is open Monday through Friday September 15 Chair massage is a brief, stress-reducing 8:00 am—5:00 pm. Anyone ages 50 10:00 am massage given in a comfortable, support- and older may become members of the Join us for Coffee with a Cop with an ive and portable chair. Chair massage offers many advantages to people of all center. Yearly memberships are $10 officer from the Watertown Police De- ages. It reduces muscle tension, strain for city residents and $15 for non-city partment! Ask them questions about residents. injuries, and back pain. It boosts alert- how the Watertown Police Department ness, reduces stress, increases circulation, works. This is your opportunity to ask Rummage Sale and feels great! Cost is $13 for 15 questions, voice your concerns, and get minutes and $25 for 30 minutes. Sign up Thursday-Saturday to know the police officers and depu- at the Reception Desk or call 920-262- September 3-5 ties in the Watertown Police Depart- 8099 to make an appointment. ment. Rummage Sale hour are 8:00 am— Mah-Jongg 4:30 pm on Thursday and Friday, Dinner & A Show An ancient games played with tiles and and 8:00 am until 2:00 pm on Satur- October 13 is a game that involves skill, strategy, day. Proceeds from the rummage 10:30 am and calculation. Come and join the sale will benefit the senior center The Watertown Senior & Community players on Fridays at 9:00 am. There is and its programs. Those interested Center, in conjunction with the Jefferson no fee to play. Bring a friend! in donating items to our rummage County Senior Dining program will be sale may do so at anytime! offering a “Lunch Theater” starting at Public Euchre Card Parties 10:30 am. Enjoy some good, old fashion Euchre is held on: Mondays at 1:00 pm Bingo comical episodes of “Laugh In” prior to for people 50 years and older. Cost is Bingo is played at the center in Conley our delicious lunch and ending with a $1.00. Sunday afternoons beginning at Hall at 1:00 pm. The cost is 50 cents couple more funny episodes of “Laugh 1:00 pm for individuals ages 18 and per card, not to exceed $2.00. Admit- In”. Order your lunch by 12 noon on Oc- older. Cost is $2.00 for prizes. A pub- tance to bingo will begin at 12:15 pm. tober 12. The cost of lunch is $3.50 for lic euchre party is held the second Non-members (>50 years) are invited, seniors and $10.00 for non-seniors. Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm. but pay a $1.00 activity fee. Please re- Come & enjoy our combined efforts to Cost is $3.00 for prizes. member to bring a non-perishable food make your lunch an enjoyable one! item for the Watertown Food Pantry. Jefferson County Senior Dining Sept. 1 - Celebrity Bingo The Jefferson County Senior Dining pro- Sept. 10 - GLC Bingo gram offers lunch to those 60 years and Sept. 17 - Marquardt Village older. Cost is $3.50. Lunch is offered Sept. 22 - Perkin’s Bingo Monday-Friday beginning at 11:30 am. Public Sheepshead Card Parties Sept. 29 - Bethesda Thrift See newsletter for lunch menu. These card parties are held on: Stores Bingo Books & Bytes Wednesdays & Fridays at 12:45 pm for For Your Health A member from the Watertown Library people 50 years and older. The cost is $1.00. On the Second and Fourth Sun- Free Blood Pressure Checks will be at the center to answer any Wednesday, Sept. 2 9-11 am questions about programming, books, day afternoons of the month starting at Wednesday, Sept. 9 9-11 am cards, etc. Learn how to check out 1:00 pm for individuals ages 18 and Wednesday, Sept. 16 9-11 am books on our tablet, too! older. No advance reservations needed. Tuesday, Sept. 22 11-1 pm The cost is $2.00 for prizes. Also, pub- Wednesday, Sept. 30 9-11 am Bridge lic sheepshead card party is held on the fourth Thursday of the month at 6:30 Free Non-Fasting Blood Sugar Bridge continues to be a popular game pm. Cost is $3.00 for prizes. Wednesday, Sept. 9 9:30-11:30 am at the center. It is played at 1:00 pm

Monday afternoons and 9:00 am on Scrabble Hearing Screenings Tuesday mornings. Wednesday, Sept. 9 10 am - 12 pm Come and play Scrabble on the third

500 Thursday each month. “Tile” your Foot Care Clinic competition and see how many triple Thursday, Sept. 3 8 am - 12 pm Wednesdays at 10:00 am Thursday, Sept. 17 8 am - 12 pm Come, learn, play! Whether you are a words you can get! Bring a friend and Wednesday, Sept. 23 8 am - 12 pm beginner or an expert, everyone is in- join us! There is no fee. vited! Page 26 Movie Matinees Pull Tabs on Sale!! TRIPS The center has been licensed as a non- “The Theory of Everything” Warrens Cranberry Fest Tuesday, September 8 profit organization to sell pull tabs as a fundraiser. Pull tabs can be purchased Friday, September 25 12:30 pm The area around Warrens has the most ex- in the office or at the front desk. There Once a healthy, active young man, Ste- tensive concentration of cranberry marshes phen Hawking received an earth- are $1.00 Cherry Float tabs and $.50 in the state. Over 2,00 acres of these red shattering diagnosis at age 21. With Firebell tabs. Both tabs offer a chance berries are harvested each year. Not only his wife Jane fighting tirelessly by his to win different monetary prizes, $200 can you indulge in several items made side, Stephen embarks on his most am- for the Cherry Float tabs and up to from cranberries, you can spend all day bitious scientific work, studying the $100 for the Firebell tabs. just walking around exploring the 3 miles very thing he new has precious little Over 63% of the proceeds of booth frontage! This fest features more of—time. Together, they defy impos- go back to the clients than 850 Arts & Craft booths and the Flea Market/Antique Show has more than 350 sible odds, breaking new ground in in prizes. The remain- vendors selling wares from all over the medicine and science, and achieving ing is our fundraising amount. Support the country. This trip has extensive walking more than they could ever have on uneven grounds. Cost is $50 per person. center and its pro- dreamed. This movie stars: Eddie Red- grams. You can’t win mayne, Felicity Jones, Charlie Cox, if you don’t play! and Emily Watson. This movie is rat- ed: PG-13. Caring Crafters Crazy Needles “A Wonderful Life”—Fireside The movies are free to members. Whether you knit or crochet, novice or Sunday, November 15 There is a $1.00 activity fee for non-members. Frank Capra’s film classic has been Refreshments available. advanced, come and work your crazy Donations are always welcome! needles into a work of art!! The Caring brought to life. The story of George Bailey Crafters group will meet at the center on and his wonderful life in Bedford Falls “Still Alice” the second and fourth Thursdays of the remains a timeless fable of dreams, disillu- Thursday, September 24 month beginning at 10:00 am. Bring sionment and the power of love. This mu- 12:30 pm your friends, everyone is welcome!! sical has brought hope and inspiration to every heart with its celebration of the Alice Howland is a renowned linguis- goodness in all of us. It is the perfect mes- tics professor happily married with sage for the Christmas season! With hu- three grown children. All that begins mor, dancing, and brilliant musical score, to change when she strangely starts to this Fireside production will shine! Cost is forget words and then more. When her $109 per person. doctor diagnosis her with early-onset Senior Center Mixed Chorus Alzheimer’s Disease, Alice and her The Watertown Senior & Community Greeting Cards Available family’s lives face a harrowing chal- Center has openings in its Mixed Cho- Looking for an anniversary, birthday, lenge as this terminal degenerative rus. The chorus holds prac- wedding, baby, thank you or sympathy neurological ailment slowly progresses tice on Friday mornings at card? They are available at the center to an inevitable conclusion they all 9:00 am beginning on Sep- for $1.00 or less. This program is part dread. Along the way, Alice struggles tember 18. If you are inter- of an ongoing fundraising effort. Last to not only to fight the inner decay, but ested in showcasing your year the center sold approxi- make the most of her remaining time to talents, please come and mately 2,100 cards earning find peace to make living worthwhile. join us. There is no fee. the center $1,050.00 in Movie stars: Julianne Moore, Kate fundraising revenue needed Bosworth, Shane McRae, and Alec Shuffleboard to support the center and its Baldwin. Movie is rated: PG-13. Is played on Thursday mornings start- programs. ing at 9:30 am. This sport is played Mexican Train Dominoes with broom-shaped paddles to push Rent the Center! Come one, come all! Play Mexican weighted pucks, sending them down a Do you need a place to hold a Train Dominoes. Bring your friends. narrow and elongated court, with the shower, graduation or birthday This program is played monthly at the purpose of having them come to rest center. See the Water- within a marked scoring area. There is party? Don’t want to clean for town Senior & Com- no cost to this game and is open to the company? The Watertown Senior munity Center’s news- public. & Community Center has rooms letter for more details. available for rent. Prices start at Go Green $20/hour. Stop by or call the of- View our newsletter, The River View, Page 27 online at www.ci.watertown.wi.us/ fice to reserve your date today!!

(Reprinted by the City of Watertown with permission from The Municipality)

Page 28 Watertown Municipal Airport (RYV) What’s Going on at Your Airport? New State-of-the-Art Fuel Farm A new fuel farm has been constructed at the Watertown Airport. Our old fuel farm had to be replaced due to the age of the under- ground steel tanks, which no longer met underground fuel-storage regulations. The new tanks now meet all State regulations. Two 10,000-gallon tanks have been removed and replaced with two 12,000-gallon fiberglass tanks, one of which is divided into two 6,000-gallon sections. The airport will continue to offer two types of fuel, Jet A (a high grade of kerosene) and 100LL (100 octane with low lead). As technology advances with the future possibil- ity of a bio-fuel gasoline or another type of refined fuel, we are now equipped to offer and store three different types of aviation fuel. The new system is completely computerized with the latest monitoring and safety controls. The majority of the new installa- tion has been funded by Federal tax grants, with additional fund- ing coming from State and City dollars. The City continues to benefit from the aviation fuel tax. New Fuel Tanks Installed at RYV

Airport Beautification and Wildlife Control You may have noticed how much more of the airport you can now see when you drive down Boomer Street. Workers from Johnson- ville Sausage LLC have been clearing the fenceline along Boomer Street of all trees and shrubbery in an effort to displace the wild- life in these areas and to increase the exposure of the airport to the general public. This hard-working crew has donated over 1,500 man hours to the airport! The City of Watertown and Wisconsin Aviation would like to extend sincere thanks to all the workers and to Johnsonville for their steadfast efforts in completing this project in a timely fashion.

Runway Safety Area Development The aircraft safety landing area on the east end of Runway 5/23, next to Boomer Street, is being expanded to provide better safety margins for the larger corporate jets that fly in to visit our local businesses. This runway safety area is required for larger aircraft, like the ones shown in the photo below, but all aircraft can benefit from this ex- panded safety area. The City of Watertown will continue to grow and Some Members of the Tree Crew from Johnsonville Sausage LLC prosper as more and larger aircraft are able to land here to conduct business with nearby companies. A good, well-equipped airport is key to attracting new businesses or companies looking to expand or relocate their operations. The Watertown Airport continues to improve its facilities and ser- vices in this effort.

Page 29 Two large corporate jets (a Jetstream 41, left, and a Falcon 900, right) recently visited the Watertown Airport. Impact of EAA’s Convention in Oshkosh You may have noticed a lot of strange accents as this year’s convention in Oshkosh, which was held July 20-26, once again brought interesting planes from all over the country. This year Watertown was the stopping point for over 350 of them, including a group of 21 Stinson aircraft that departed en masse for the convention. With over 10,000 aircraft flying into Oshkosh for this event every year, the Watertown Airport is becom- ing known throughout the U.S. as their airport of choice. Several Stinson aircraft recently visited RYV en route to Oshkosh. Airport Pancake Breakfast/Open House/Drone Seminar On Sunday, September 13, the featured events of the day include the following:

8 am-Noon Pancake Breakfast by the Wisconsin Chapter of the Ninety-Nines $7.00/person (kids under 4 free) 9-11 am Watertown Fire Department display 10 am-2 pm Airplane Rides - $20/person (kids under 2 free) (weather permitting) 12-2:30 pm “All About Drones” Seminar - FREE All you need to know before you fly or buy a drone: What is a drone? Not just a toy! Learn about legal issues/insurance requirements/FAA regulations, fines & penalties.

Other events of the day include: Radio-controlled airplane display, National Weather Service exhibit, static aircraft displays, bake sale, and ice cream stand by EAA Local Chapter 320. ——––——–———–———–—Managed and Operated by Wisconsin Aviation——– Hours of Operation: Contact Information: Mon thru Fri — 5 am to 8 pm 920-261-4567 Sat thru Sun — 7 am to 8 pm [email protected] WisconsinAviation.com

WATERTOWN TV WINS AWARDS (Your hometown connection to local news, sports, events and entertainment)

Watertown’s local public access station, Watertown TV, recently received seven awards in the Best of the Midwest Video Invitational. Receiving awards were: Ask Aunt Ann; animation for Choosing a Canine Companion; Electrify Your Strings Dream Tour with mark Wood; Sports Talk with Jamie Koepp; What’s Up Watertown; WHS Homecoming Game and the PSA Your Choice.

Awards were given to the producers of each show and were judged by a panel of industry experts. For the second year “Ask Aunt Ann” was given an Excellence Award, this year in the Series-professional category. The monthly show is produced by Watertown TV Media Coordinator Jill Nadeau and Lisa Steffl and is shot in the late 1950’s TV style. It features viewer’s letters, recipes, crafts, romance with the boy next door and a song or two. The show airs Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays on channel 985 for Charter customers, it streams at the same times on the Watertown TV’s website: www.WatertownTV.com and can also be seen on demand at the site. More information about the show can be found at www.AskAuntAnn.com.

Also winning an Excellence award was “Choosing a Canine Companion” for Computer-generated/Animation-professional category. The intro was created by Nadeau and featured bouncy music, simple animation of dogs with sound effects.

Winning an Award of Achievement in the Performing Arts—Professional category was “Electrify Your Strings Dream Tour with Mark Woods,” the show was shot with four cameras at the concert Woods performed with WHS music department. The judges gave high marks to the use of a hand held camera that followed Woods on stage.

Jamie Koepp won his third award for producing his show “Sports Talk with Jamie Koepp.” Koepp won in the Sports-Professional category. The show features interviews with a wide variety of guests, the award winning show featured Milwaukee sports report Tom Pippins.

WatertownTV received an Award of Achievement in the—Professional category for the December edition of “What’s Up Watertown.” The show featured an interview with Santa.

Watertown TV currently produces eleven monthly shows of local and regional interest in their city hall studio and encourages community mem- bers to submit ideas or completed shows themselves. Thirteen area churches contribute copies of their services to the lineup. Many of Watertown TV’s productions are aired throughout Wisconsin on other Public Access Channels. Programming also includes school board, common council and county board meetings; Watertown High School sports events and concerts; parades and other holiday events. Anyone wishing to volunteer or provide content should contact the station at (920) 262-4021 or Watertown [email protected] Page 30

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Watertown Main Street Program Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce

The Watertown Main Street Program’s primary goal is to improve the appearance, functionality, and character of the downtown by organizing and implementing several projects including façade improvements, sign guidelines, and streetscape enhancements. Watertown has one of the largest intact historic Shop our Farmers Markets The Tuesday Watertown Farmers’ districts in Wisconsin, with unique architecture representing its establishment as Market, located at Riverside Park, will run from now through November a trade and railway center. The construction dates of the commercial buildings 10. Hours are from 7am –noon (with select vendors until 1pm). The indicate a major building boom in the 1850s and late 1860s and another boom Garden Tales market is held Thursdays now until Oct 29, 3pm—6pm, in in the 1880s and 1890s. As a result, classic mid-nineteenth century building the Library parking lot. Visit us on Facebook at Watertown Farmers styles and forms shape the architectural character of Watertown’s commercial Market. district. Visit our website at www.watertownchamber.com and check our Art on Main community calendar to see what’s going on around Watertown. You are The Main Street Program partnered with the Watertown Arts also welcome to add your organization’s event to the calendar.

Council to decorate Main Street lamp posts as never before. During Chamber Gift Certificates promote our local economy. Over the last the 2015 summer season, 36 banners were created by local artists decade 2.6 million dollars of gift certificates have been purchased. On who designed and painted them with the common theme “Art on average, the chamber office sells $235,000 of certificates annually that go Main”. To encourage personal viewing, a walking tour brochure to support Watertown business. Gift certificates can be purchased at the with photos of each banner is available at the Chamber Chamber office. Thank you for your investment in the Watertown office and the Watertown Public Library. community.

All banners will be auctioned off on September 17, at Wake Up Watertown is a monthly, morning networking program open to Lyons Irish Pub, 201 E. Main St., Watertown. Banner Chamber members and guests. This free event held at Windwood of viewing will begin at 5:00pm with the Auction Watertown, hosts approximately 85 guests per month. beginning at approximately 5:45pm. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Admission is free. Profits Leadership Watertown, open to Chamber members and individuals, is will go to cover the expenses for the banner program designed to develop a corps of informed, committed and qualified next year. individuals capable of and willing to provide dynamic leadership in the Watertown area. The Main Street Program estimates that our group of 80 volunteers contributes over 2,500 hours of service to our Are you new to town or planning to relocate? Stop by the Chamber office community. The Main Street Program is grateful for the support of to find brochures, maps and other important area information. these individuals and looks forward to working with the community to make Watertown a great place to live and work. The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce is located at 519 E. Main Street. Our office hours are M-F 9-5. You may contact us at 920-261- 6320 or [email protected]. Watertown Tourism Council Walking and Driving Tours For information on Watertown Tourism: Available at the  Call 1-800-SEEWTTN Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce (1-800-733-9886)

October 31st  Or email [email protected]  Breweries  Churches Halloween Parade Holiday Parade of Lights  Clyman Street 3:00pm Saturday, November 28, 5:30 pm  Darker Side of Watertown– NEW

 Main Street—NEW Trick or Treating Visit Santa at the Santa House  Murals & Ghost 3:30 - 6:00pm Located in the Downtown Plaza Signs Hours will be posted in mid-November  Parks—NEW  Washington Street

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